Visas - Kenya


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VISA REQUIRED, PASSPORT REQUIRED

OVERVIEW
For US citizens a passport and visa are required for entry into Kenya. Visas may be obtained in advance, although airport visas may be available for U.S. citizens. Travelers who opt to obtain an airport visa should expect long delays upon arrival.

TOURIST TRAVEL:

Step 1 - Gather the Following Requirements
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 1.1

Current Passport

Applicant must submit their current passport. Kenya visas are stamped into a passport, therefore the the original passport is required.
Note: In order to obtain Kenya visas, passport must have one blank visa page (typically the last few pages of the passport are marked "Amendment" and are not valid for visas) and must be valid for at least six months past the date of entry into Kenya.

 1.2

Photo Requirement

Applicant must submit two (2) identical, color, passport style photographs. The photos must be recent and generally should not be the same used for the passport itself. Passport photos can be obtained at most post offices, Kinko's, Walgreens, etc.

 1.3

Proof of Travel

Applicant must submit a computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as e-confirmation from an airline or Travelocity, Orbitz, etc) showing departure from the U.S. and arrival/departure for Kenya.

Although applicant may be submitting documents along with other family members, when submitted to an embassy or consulate, applications are treated individually. If applicant is under 18 years old, include the following:
1) Color copies of parents valid passports. If either, or both, parents do not have valid passports, include color copies of driver's license or other state issued ID. If either, or both, parents are not US citizens, include copies of ID and copies of US visa or permanent resident card (Green card).
2) Include a letter of authorization for child to obtain visa and travel.

 1.4

Visa Application

Applicant must submit one completed Kenya visa application. Application must be completed online. After clicking the link below, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the "Continue with Online Application" button to begin. Once complete, print and sign confirmation. Applications should be printed single-sided and signed in blue or black ink only.

> Click here to complete the visa application

Complete the It's Easy Order Form (PDF). The form gives our company information that is used to help accurately process your visa order.

Step 2 - Review Visas
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The following visas are available. When completing the order form in the next step you will select the visa you wish to obtain (for detailed explanation of terms, click here) :


Entries

Validity

Processing Time

Embassy Fee

Single

3 Months

4-7 Days

$50.00

Multiple

6 Months

4-7 Days

$100.00

NOTE: For emergency situations, please contact ItsEasy for specific instructions.
NOTE: Processing refers to business days in the embassy and does not include service time or shipping.
NOTE: Embassy fees may change without notice. Order placement does not guarantee embassy visa fee.


BUSINESS TRAVEL:

Step 1 - Gather the Following Requirements
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 1.1

Current Passport

Applicant must submit their current passport. Kenya visas are stamped into a passport, therefore the the original passport is required.
Note: In order to obtain Kenya visas, passport must have one blank visa page (typically the last few pages of the passport are marked "Amendment" and are not valid for visas) and must be valid for at least six months past the date of entry into Kenya.

 1.2

Photo Requirement

Applicant must submit two (2) identical, color, passport style photographs. The photos must be recent and generally should not be the same used for the passport itself. Passport photos can be obtained at most post offices, Kinko's, Walgreens, etc.

 1.3

Proof of Travel

Applicant must submit a computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as e-confirmation from an airline or Travelocity, Orbitz, etc) showing departure from the U.S. and arrival/departure for Kenya.

 1.4

Business Cover Letter 

Applicant must submit a Business Cover Letter (BCL) from a U.S. company. The BCL must be an original signed document on company letterhead indicating the date, duration and purpose of travel to Kenya, list a contact and address at the host company, and observe moral and financial responsibility for the applicant. Please review the example below.

 1.5

Visa Application

Applicant must submit one completed Kenya visa application. Application must be completed online. After clicking the link below, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the "Continue with Online Application" button to begin. Once complete, print and sign confirmation. Applications should be printed single-sided and signed in blue or black ink only.

> Click here to complete the visa application

Complete the  It's Easy Order Form (PDF). The form gives our company information which is used to help accurately process your visa order.

Step 2 - Review Visas
http://www.itseasy.com/images/line-breaks/passport-visa-horz-blue-596.gif

The following visas are available. When completing the order form in the next step you will select the visa you wish to obtain (for detailed explanation of terms, click here) :


Entries

Validity

Processing Time

Embassy Fee

Single

3 Months

4-7 Days

$50.00

Multiple

6 Months

4-7 Days

$100.00

NOTE: For emergency situations, please contact ItsEasy for specific instructions.
NOTE: Processing refers to business days in the embassy and does not include service time or shipping.
NOTE: Embassy fees may change without notice. Order placement does not guarantee embassy visa fee.


SERVICE & RETURN SHIPPING FEES

  • The Consulate fee is $50.00 for single entry
  • The Consulate fee is $100.00 for multiple entry (Business Travelers ONLY)
  • It's Easy, Inc. service fee:
    • Same Day/Next Day Service - $105.00
    • 3-5 Business Day Service - $75.00
  • The Shipping fees are $25.00 for Overnight Delivery, $35.00 for Saturday Delivery or prepaid airbill
  • You may deliver the documents in person.

SHIP DOCUMENTS TO IT'S EASY, INC.

    Ship the following via Fedex, UPS, or DHL only:

    1. Money Order, Company or Personal Checks (no starter checks) payable to It's Easy, Inc. for (Consulate fee, It's Easy, Inc. service fee and Shipping Fees). Use chart below to determine price: 
        Single Entry Multiple Entry
      Overnight Delivery
      $200.00
      $250.00
      Saturday Delivery
      $210.00
      $260.00
      Prepaid Airbill
      $175.00
      $225.00

    2. Valid Passport
    3. (2) Identical Passport Photo
    4. (1) Completed Visa Application
    5. Copy of Itinerary
    6. Business Letter, if applicable
    7. It's Easy, Inc. Order Form

Ship everything to:

It's Easy Inc.
Attn: Visa Department
30 Rockefeller Plaza
Concourse Level
New York, NY 10112

The expected turn around time to receive your visa is usually 24 hours. Please note that processing times, fees and requirements are subject to change without notice.